Historic moments are being made at the 2026 Winter Olympics before the Games even officially begin. This year, athletes are pushing boundaries in various ways, not just on the ice or mountain slopes, but also in their journey to get there.
One of those stories is that of Amber Glenn, a talented figure skater who has already achieved numerous national titles and championships. What sets her apart from other athletes isn't just her impressive resume, but also how she embodies courage in every aspect - be it speaking openly about mental health or pansexuality.
Then, there's Laila Edwards, the trailblazer breaking barriers as a Black woman on the US Olympic hockey team. The support of fellow native Cleveland Heights residents Travis and Jason Kelce doesn't go unnoticed; their $10,000 donation to the GoFundMe that helps her cover costs for her daughter to watch in the Games is truly commendable.
For some, like Tallulah Proulx, 17-year-old Alpine skier from California now competing for the Philippines, history-making isn't just about crossing the finish line; it's about every entrance and run. As the youngest Filipino person ever to qualify, her words of hope echoing: "I'm just really happy...and I hope I can be a role model."
In the world of skeleton - an event often dominated by men - Kim Meylemans from Belgium is competing against wife Nicole Silveira from Brazil. And in ice hockey, Sweden's Anna Kjellbin and Finland's Ronja Savolainen are set to face off as wives on opposing teams.
Trinidad and Tobago's entry into bobsleigh brings an extra layer of excitement, with four-man team members including Micah Moore, who recently switched from track to the sport only five months ago. The nation is proud, according to their Olympic Committee president Diane Henderson: "This achievement...is a powerful reminder that Trinidad and Tobago athletes continue to push boundaries and redefine what's possible."
As the 2026 Winter Olympics kick off, history will be written not just by these remarkable athletes, but also by those who support them.
One of those stories is that of Amber Glenn, a talented figure skater who has already achieved numerous national titles and championships. What sets her apart from other athletes isn't just her impressive resume, but also how she embodies courage in every aspect - be it speaking openly about mental health or pansexuality.
Then, there's Laila Edwards, the trailblazer breaking barriers as a Black woman on the US Olympic hockey team. The support of fellow native Cleveland Heights residents Travis and Jason Kelce doesn't go unnoticed; their $10,000 donation to the GoFundMe that helps her cover costs for her daughter to watch in the Games is truly commendable.
For some, like Tallulah Proulx, 17-year-old Alpine skier from California now competing for the Philippines, history-making isn't just about crossing the finish line; it's about every entrance and run. As the youngest Filipino person ever to qualify, her words of hope echoing: "I'm just really happy...and I hope I can be a role model."
In the world of skeleton - an event often dominated by men - Kim Meylemans from Belgium is competing against wife Nicole Silveira from Brazil. And in ice hockey, Sweden's Anna Kjellbin and Finland's Ronja Savolainen are set to face off as wives on opposing teams.
Trinidad and Tobago's entry into bobsleigh brings an extra layer of excitement, with four-man team members including Micah Moore, who recently switched from track to the sport only five months ago. The nation is proud, according to their Olympic Committee president Diane Henderson: "This achievement...is a powerful reminder that Trinidad and Tobago athletes continue to push boundaries and redefine what's possible."
As the 2026 Winter Olympics kick off, history will be written not just by these remarkable athletes, but also by those who support them.
. It's truly inspiring to see Amber Glenn being her fabulous self, speaking out about mental health and pansexuality - we need more role models like that! 
And can we talk about Laila Edwards' love story? The support from Travis and Jason Kelce is just too cute 
. It warms my heart to see Tallulah Proulx's positivity and humility, she's gonna be a superstar 
. Skeleton events are so cool (literally!), and I'm excited for Trinidad and Tobago's bobsleigh debut - Micah Moore's transformation from track athlete is nothing short of amazing 
. The Olympics are truly about more than just winning medals, it's about representation, courage, and heart 
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These Olympic stories are giving me all the feels! Amber Glenn is totally a legend for speaking her truth about mental health and pansexuality - it's so refreshing to see someone using their platform like that! 
And Laila Edwards's story with Travis and Jason Kelce is seriously inspiring, especially when you think about how much support she needs from people who matter. I'm also loving the fact that Tallulah Proulx is a role model for young Filipinos everywhere - being proud of your heritage is everything! 
As for Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira's skeleton competition, it's awesome to see women pushing boundaries in an often-male-dominated sport. And let's not forget the bobsleigh team from Trinidad and Tobago - it's amazing that they're redefining what's possible for their country! 
Diane Henderson said it best when she said that these athletes are "pushing boundaries"... that's so true! 
? Like, they went from track to bobsleigh in like 5 months! Can u even imagine?! 
And they're already making history, right before the games even start... that's so cool! 
I wish I could try bobsleigh too, it looks like so much fun on ice 
. What do you think about the skeleton event? Who's your fave athlete gonna win?! 
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. And can we talk about the power of community support? Travis and Jason Kelce donating $10,000 to Laila Edwards' GoFundMe is 
amazing! It just goes to show that we're all in this together 
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and can we please get some more coverage on the skeleton event it feels like its just a joke 
. anyway, i'm so ready for the games!
. And I'm loving the fact that the Olympic Committee is highlighting the achievements of athletes who are pushing boundaries and redefining what's possible 
. Tallulah Proulx is just so inspiring, being the youngest Filipino person to qualify for the Olympics at 17 is no joke. And can we talk about skeleton for a sec? I didn't even know that was a thing, but Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira are competing against each other, it's going to be so intense 
. And I love how Diane Henderson says that it's a reminder of how athletes continue to push boundaries... yeah, this Olympics is going to be epic 
I mean, who wouldn't want to see Kim Meylemans & Nicole Silveira going head-to-head on the ice?